I honestly can’t thank Laura enough for the kindness and compassion she showed to both Mimi and me at such a heartbreaking time.
After being awake all night with Mimi, I emailed Laura at around 5am on a Saturday morning, not really knowing what to do or whether anyone would be able to help us. Within just a couple of hours, she had replied and arranged to come to our home at 2pm that same day.
From the moment she arrived, Laura was incredibly gentle, calm and compassionate. She gave us the time and space we needed and helped make an unbearably difficult goodbye as peaceful and dignified as it possibly could have been.
Being able to say goodbye to Mimi at home, somewhere she felt safe and loved, meant more to me than I can put into words. I will always be grateful to Laura for the care she showed her and for the kindness she showed me too.
It takes a very special person to do this work with such sensitivity and compassion, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend The Rainbow Bridge Vet to anyone facing the heartbreaking decision of saying goodbye to a much-loved pet.
Thank you, Laura, for being there when we needed you most. 🤍🐾🌈
My 18 year loyal companion Dillon, has joined his brothers in peace and he gently, safely, compassionately in the tranquillity of his own home passed away in my arms. The gentle, caring, compassionate and professional comportment of Laura, ensured the final dance of Dillons life was beautifully orchestrated in a peacefull, loving and gentle manner.
Thank you Laura for your empathetic, gentle, supportive and professional approach in expediting this one of the most difficult moments for Dillons life long companion. He never wore a collar, never was vaccinated, only walked and ran in the fields of rushcliffe country park free and alive. I see you my special companion and I shall forever walk your path. You will be missed by thousands of my patients, friends whose hearts you touched in ways that you would never imagine. I see you. Thank you Laura. Namaste alan
Thankyou so much Laura for today. 19/5/20. For your care and attention, gently helping Chico on his way. Such a calm caring lady at a very stressful time x
If you’re reading this you can stop your search for help for your beloved pet here. This review is long but it would be impossible to post a helpful one without the words. You can read about the process, but if you’re here you’re in emotional pain and needing a safe space. You found one with Rainbow Bridge vets.
We were recommended to The Rainbow Bridge Vet by another cat owner who spoke very highly of the service they received from Dr Laura Davidson who helped their cat pass away. It’s so difficult to navigate the grey area of when is the right time. We need help. Laura and her team (vets with many years experience) offer a quality of life check service. I could not find this service with any other provider in my county. The relief knowing I could book this helped with this grey area around quality of life We had reached the point where we needed help and advice not unnecessary treatment plans. Every text (when it’s difficult to say it out loud), every e mail all answered quickly. Phone calls on time. They care.
Laura listened patiently at our first telephone appointment. The history of our cats, our relationship, the impact their loss would have and their failing health. She took all our views into consideration. Our story. No rush, no pressure, just listening. At all times I felt she was taking her position as a privileged one, that she was being trusted to help our cats move on and end any suffering. Laura took a holistic approach to us as a unit and made sure we could make an informed decision.
Working in the NHS for many years I picked up immediately that Laura has something special to offer. End of life for pets is about trust. The trust we found in Laura gave us strength. That strength gave Mia and Lola the good bye they deserved and us the strength to be there at nearly every moment. It left us with no regrets. We couldn’t ask for more from her.
We wanted a stress free and peaceful end of life for Mia and Lola. Laura not only provided this for Mia and Lola but such was her kindness, respect, consideration and care through the entire process that she helped us emotionally to be strong. We were strong enough to say goodbye and not be left feeling we didn’t stay with them enough. Only the right person can do this.
The process was explained at every step, was totally painless for Mia and Lola and I wouldn’t change a single thing. They didn’t realise anything, ate their treats and went to sleep. All my anxiety about them being stressed didn’t happen. Laura watched over them medically every single second only leaving them with us when safe and appropriate. We had as much time as we needed with them. To send our two cats together in such a dignified, peaceful and seamless way took skill. They passed in each others paws. Bless you.
Resources about the process and help with the grief are provided on a beautiful card. We decided to set up a shrine with a candle for Mia and Lola. No pressure. Just every day or times we need it. It’s helping. The beautiful card left by Laura had a wonderful poem. There’s also a remembrance gift. I hope she continues to provide these. We needed them. We had a choice about cremation and ashes. There’s no right or wrong. Just what you need. A safe space. Thank you for reading.
I am so grateful to Dr Laura for her kindness and compassion at such a traumatic time. My beloved poodle, Molly was suffering and Dr Laura was able to relieve this without causing Molly any distress and allowing her to slip peacefully away. Thank you so much for that.
I would highly recommend the Rainbow Bridge Vet for it's professional service and for the respect and compassion shown to both pet and owner.
Just adding this update to say how much I appreciated the lovely card of condolence I received from Laura and the kindness and empathy shown br Dr Jim when he returned Molly's ashes to me. Also how beautifully the ashes were presented and accompanied by a sweet paw print from Molly which I will treasure.
How wonderful that two such lovely human beings exist in this world.
Laura, you are an angel here on earth! 🪽
My lovely little Noosh captured the hearts of all those who met her, and spent her lifetime surrounded by the nicest people who loved and cared for her at the highest level (yes, you could say she was spoilt! 🥰) and her final moments were no exception with the help of Laura.
For 14 years, Noosh was my little sidekick, my shadow... the funniest, most loving, beautiful and playful little creature anyone could wish for, and I was lucky enough to call her mine. And if that wasn’t enough luck for one person, my home town of Nottingham is gifted with Laura, who lives a mere five minutes away from me (I think the universe was looking out for me & Noosh🩷)
The service that is offered by The Rainbow Bridge Vet (Laura & Jim) is nothing short of remarkable and a true gift to the world. From my initial contact with Laura, to the day when it was time to say goodbye, Laura was kind, sympathetic, patient and always responded quickly with words of reassurance and information delivered with genuine compassion and sensitivity. From the bottom of my heart Laura, THANK YOU! 🩷🩷
If you are reading this, I’m so sorry you find yourself here... but please know that you are already one step closer to making the right decision for you and your furry little companion by choosing The Rainbow Bridge Vet🩷
Noosh🐾 09/04/2011 – 01/03/2026
Rest in peace my beautiful little girl.. I will love you forever🐾🌈🩷
I can not recommend the services at rainbow bridge vets Nottingham enough.
I couldn’t imagine the day would come when we had to say goodbye to our Winnie but Laura & Jim were so caring and understanding of our situation with our boy.
I was recommended their services through another company. I intially contacted Laura who listened and reassured me I was making the right decision.
Not an easy decision for anyone but Laura made me feel better about the decision that had to be made.
Jim came to our home and was so kind and understanding. He made us all feel at ease and listened about what had been going on with Winston.
After spending some time with Winston he reassured us we were making the best decision for him.
As awful as a decision it is to make, we got the chance to do all the things we wanted to do with Winston before we had to say our goodbyes. Jim was so caring & respectful. I will never forget the kindness he showed us that day.
Our boy has been returned home to us, and now we can start to process the loss of our beloved family member.
Although our hearts are broken, I would truly like to thank Laura & Jim for their kindness, care & compassion. You’ve made a hard decision a little less heavy for us 🖤🐾
January 16th 2026 was a devastating day for me and my family, we had to say goodbye to our beloved, beautiful girl Doris 💔 Jim was absolutely wonderful with her, he treated her with love and compassion and could tell he genuinely cared 🙏🏼 he gave us all the time we needed with her 🙏🏼
My baby will be back with me, where she belongs soon ❤️
Thank you from the bottom of my heart xx
Dr. Laura was incredibly professional and compassionate. She put us at ease right from the start and went above and beyond to make the whole experience as comfortable as it possibly could be😞I’m truly grateful for her care and would highly recommend her to anyone facing such a difficult decision for their beloved pet.
Dr. Laura was incredibly professional and compassionate. She put us at ease right from the start and went above and beyond to make the whole experience as comfortable as it possibly could be😞I’m truly grateful for her care and would highly recommend her to anyone facing such a difficult decision for their beloved pet.
